New ZealandDad of teen farewelled at chaotic boy racer meet says ‘his heart is still beating’The boy's father wanted to change the stereotype around boy racers after his son's death.08 Apr 06:25 AM
New ZealandPolice association awaits new law after 'horrendously disappointing' 200-car boy-racer gatheringPolice in full riot gear swept through Manawatū at a gathering of more than 200 cars.05 Apr 07:01 AM
PremiumAnalysisEthan ManeraAnalysis: Government nudges councils to amalgamate, is bigger really better?As major reforms loom, experts warn bigger councils aren’t automatically more efficient.29 Mar 11:00 PM
WellingtonNZ Post backs down on decision to pull services for 10 lucky storesWellington's Marsden Books was one of 10 successful stores around the country. 29 Mar 07:36 AM
Wellington'Pretty stupid': Teenager applying for supermarket job says AI made false comments about his personalityThe AI told Jesse he might “struggle with distractions" when doing mundane tasks.24 Mar 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPenny Tucker: Why Auckland must be at the centre of growthCity leaders want a national ports plan so Auckland’s waterfront can be freed up.27 Mar 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumProject AucklandEden Park boss urges Auckland to think bigger on global stageNick Sautner wants Eden Park to anchor a new destination precinct for the city.27 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandLand search begins for new South Auckland hospital site at DruryA new hospital for South Auckland is one step closer, with Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing a land search has begun for the new site.Watch27 Mar 01:34 AM
Project AucklandProject Auckland – Simeon Brown on next steps for Auckland growthMinister for Auckland Simeon Brown is fronting the annual Project Auckland luncheon at the Northern Club today on how to turn the city’s recent momentum into meaningful growth.Watch26 Mar 11:25 PM
Project AucklandCity stakeholders discuss next steps for growth at Project Auckland luncheonSimeon Brown, Desley Simpson, Roger Gray and Carrie Hurihanganui spoke.26 Mar 11:24 PM
Saturday22°C13°CFine, but cloudy in the afternoon and evening. Easterlies, becoming strong in the evening.
Sunday22°C16°CRain with heavy falls developing in the morning. Strong southeasterlies, turning southwesterly in the afternoon.
New ZealandLotto punter's hilarious response after $5 million winThree people split the $15 million Powerball jackpot.19 Feb 03:22 AM
WellingtonTransmission Gully speed limit rising to 110km/h from MondayThe move comes after major fix-ups of the billion-dollar highway, which opened in 2022.11 Feb 10:30 PM
Wellington'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher''She was a soul searcher and a believer in the stars'.11 Feb 02:03 AM
WellingtonMan arrested after police find woman's body at Raumati Beach homeA 24-year-old man will appear in the Porirua District Court later today.08 Feb 07:23 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed in Paekākāriki Hill chopper crash lost dad in same way decades agoJoseph Keeley, 54, died last week near Wellington alongside passenger Cole Ritchie, 25.02 Feb 10:27 PM
The CountryThe Country: NZ Shears preview with Sir David FaganSir David Fagan, J Rowarth, Adam Thompson, Rhys Roberts, Grant Nordstrom, Chris Russell.09 Apr 02:05 AM
The CountryCouncil crisis meetings, emergency centres stood up as 'potentially life-threatening' Cyclone Vaianu approachesAuckland Emergency Management has activated its Emergency Co-ordination Centre.09 Apr 01:32 AM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Food for thought – why buying NZ‑grown mattersOPINION: About 60% of pork eaten in New Zealand is imported under different standards.08 Apr 09:42 PM
The Country'Big concern' as farmers weeks behind fuel drops amid shortagesFeds' dairy chair Karl Dean says late drops are already affecting vital stock water pumps.08 Apr 09:32 PM
The Country‘A long journey’: Canterbury couple secure their first farmThe Barneses plan to convert the block, milk up to 650 cows and supply Fonterra.08 Apr 09:15 PM
The Country'Serious worry': Tairāwhiti growers fear impacts of Cyclone Vaianu'You’ve just got to look at the skies and sometimes pray for the best.'08 Apr 08:50 PM
Driven Car GuideNew Porsche 911 variant set for April debut with mystery-first drive filmPorsche teases a new 911 variant ahead of April 14 world premiere.09 Apr 02:05 AM
Driven Car GuideThe latest round of ANCAP assessments has good news for Audi and Suzuki, but not so much for NissanAudi's new Q3 scored top marks, while the Suzuki e Vitara got 4.09 Apr 12:05 AM
Driven Car GuideWhy cars need to be run in properly; a partial review of the Chery Tiggo 7The Tiggo 7 is a compelling budget SUV on paper, but not with just 50km on the clock.08 Apr 06:05 AM
Driven Car GuideThe BMW M3 hits 40, with no mid-life crisis in sight. It is going electric though...After 4 decades and 6 generations the mighty M3 is still going strong. We take a look back08 Apr 04:31 AM
OneRoofHas NZ’s most expensive house sold? ‘I cannot say a single word about it,’ says rich-listers’ agent Listing for Paula and Simon Herbert’s $50m-plus mansion has been withdrawn.08 Apr 11:17 PM
OneRoof‘We did bend the rules’: Top country pub for sale after licence dramaOwner says hotel was done for after police raid.08 Apr 08:18 PM
OneRoofRate warning and Iran ceasefire: Are Kiwi house prices at risk? Experts say a crash isn't on the cards, but are worried about market confidence.08 Apr 08:15 PM
OneRoofTony Alexander: What the OCR hold and rising inflation mean for mortgage ratesReserve Bank's cautious reaction to rising fuel prices and chaos in the Middle East.08 Apr 08:27 AM
OneRoofAward-winning divorce house for sale: 'Everybody who walks in goes wow'Kiwi marked the start of her new life as a single woman with special commission.08 Apr 08:25 AM
OneRoofOne of Auckland’s oldest homes is up for grabsCottage is the last remaining private home in Howick's Fencibles settlement.08 Apr 08:20 AM
New ZealandPolice name victims of Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crashThe pair were killed when their aircraft went down last week.02 Feb 05:34 AM
New ZealandGisborne council urged to stop 'appeasing' forestry industryThe group wants the council to block forestry consents on red and orange land.30 Jan 06:12 AM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger confirmed dead in helicopter crash north of WellingtonWork is continuing to recover the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandArt Deco steam stalwart, 84, prepares for his final festival journeyArt Deco Festival steam train volunteer Bill Town is calling it a day after over 30 years.25 Jan 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Mark Mitchell has shown once again he is a leader for a crisis OPINION: Wellington political careerists should stay out of Auckland affairs.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Freak accident': Stingray stabs man in abdomen on Kāpiti Coast beachThe man was training for a surf lifesaving event when the accident occurred.13 Jan 06:00 AM
WellingtonUrgent repairs after $1.25b Transmission Gully highway surface peels offThe road requires years more rebuilding work despite opening less than four years ago.09 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandFire contained: Crews tackle blaze at former Waikanae religious campThe blaze broke out about 10.15am on Reikorangi Rd, Waikanae.08 Jan 10:52 PM
New ZealandWild weather cuts power, cancels New Year events as warnings roll southAbout 10,000 Tasman homes lost power after trees brought down lines.30 Dec 05:01 AM
New ZealandWild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikesAn active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ. 29 Dec 07:34 AM